Latest articles by Cale Hunt
Plugable's new dock supports five 4K@60Hz displays with USB-C
Hardware Plugable's UD-7400PD is a new USB-C dock that supports five external 4K displays. It sets a new standard for all laptop docks, and it doesn't cost as much as you might think.
DOOM: The Dark Ages PC performance issues and how to fix them
Gaming DOOM: The Dark Ages is here, but it arrives with a long list of issues. Most are related to PC, with NVIDIA drivers seemingly causing the most chaos. Good news: some fixes are available.
Who needs a full tower when these mini PCs are so good?
PC Mini PCs are an excellent alternative to full-size desktop PCs, eliminating empty space inside a tower while also keeping the price way down. Here are the best we've tested so far at Windows Central.
These CPUs we tested are best for the RTX 4080 or 4080 SUPER
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 4080 and 4080 SUPER remain some of the best GPUs out there. To avoid bottlenecks, I recommend one of these high-performance CPUs we've tested.
When you want to play Minecraft at its best while on the go, these are the laptops to get
Minecraft We've rounded up our favorite gaming laptops and ultrabooks for playing Minecraft, whether you want to keep things simple or dive deep with community mods.
NVIDIA's Game Ready driver for DOOM: The Dark Ages is here
PC gaming DOOM: The Dark Ages launches May 13 in early access, and those with an NVIDIA GPU will need this Game Ready driver to make it look as good as possible.
The Surface Pro 12-inch is a huge upgrade over Microsoft's Surface Go 4
Surface Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12-inch is similar to the Surface Go 4 in that they're both compact 2-in-1 PCs. But just how much better is the new Pro device?
I compared the Surface Pro 12-inch to Apple's iPad Air M3
Surface Microsoft's new Surface Pro 12-inch is an impressive 2-in-1 PC, and a lot of people are wondering how it measures up to the latest iPad Air M3. I can help.
I tested CalDigit's Element 5 Hub to see if it's worth $280
Accessories CalDigit's Element 5 Hub fixes everything I didn't like about the original Element 4 Hub, all the while upgrading performance to accommodate Thunderbolt 5 speed. Is it the right hub for you?
Best PC gaming accessories of 2025
PC gaming Made the switch to PC gaming? Need a few upgrades? From monitors to mouse mats, we have the best PC gaming accessories collected right here.
Want to play WoW? These PCs are your best options.
PC Need a new PC to run World of Warcraft and WoW Classic? There are many great options out there, but I've narrowed it down to six laptops and desktops with a mix of performance and cost.
There won't likely be any RTX 5060 reviews available at launch
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 5060 is expected to launch on May 19. Unfortunately, NVIDIA looks to be limiting review driver access, adding another red flag to the launch.
I want to know if you're buying the new Surface PCs!
Community The new Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch are more affordable and portable than their flagship siblings. Have they piqued your interest? I want to know!
Is the new Surface Laptop 13-inch better than the Surface Laptop 7?
Surface Microsoft unveiled a new 13-inch Surface Laptop as a more portable alternative to the Surface Laptop 7. I take a look at how the devices compare to help you choose.
How does the Surface Pro 12-inch compare to the Surface Pro 11?
Surface Microsoft just unveiled a Surface Pro 12-inch designed with mobility in mind. I compare it to the flagship Surface Pro 11 to ensure you get the right 2-in-1 PC.
I tested this high-end RTX 5090 laptop and urge gamers to downgrade
Review I've been playing my favorite games and running benchmarks on the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 for a few weeks. It's a great laptop, but the RTX 5090 doesn't impress.
Amazon Gaming Week deals and price-busting competitors
Deals Amazon Gaming Week offered hot deals on Xbox and PC gaming at Amazon and its price-matching rivals, so we rounded up the best savings LIVE.
RTX gaming laptops are clearing out during Amazon Gaming Week
Deals Amazon Gaming Week is home to countless deals on hardware and accessories, but I've focused on the best gaming laptop deals so far.
You don't have to shop Amazon for these great Gaming Week deals
Deals Amazon's Gaming Week is home to countless awesome deals on accessories and hardware, but competing retailers have better prices on these select items.
A Metaphor: ReFantazio-themed PC case and accessories are here
Hardware Metaphor: ReFantazio was a 2024 smash hit, and HYTE is acknowledging its popularity (and awesome artwork) with some new themed hardware and accessories.
These AMD Ryzen CPUs have never been cheaper
Deals Select AMD Ryzen 7000 and 9000 CPUs are up to 35% off at Amazon during gaming week, and I'm seeing some of the lowest prices ever.
How to get a free copy of DOOM: The Dark Ages Premium Edition
Hardware DOOM: The Dark Ages is set to launch on May 15, and you can get a free copy with early access when you buy a piece of eligible NVIDIA RTX 50-series hardware.
This $699 gaming laptop is easily the best deal of Gaming Week
Deals I'm keeping a close watch on gaming laptop deals during Gaming Week, and the best I've seen isn't actually available from Amazon.
